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Dakota Wesleyan (SD) DWU 14-14, 9-11
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Winner Northwestern NWC 23-5, 15-5
Dakota Wesleyan (SD) DWU
14-14, 9-11
65
Final
97
Northwestern NWC
23-5, 15-5
Winner
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Team 1 2 F
Dakota Wesleyan (SD) DWU 30 35 65
Northwestern NWC 58 39 97

Game Recap: Men's Basketball | | NWC Athletic Communications

Red Raiders Secure 32-Point Victory in Season Finale

ORANGE CITY, Iowa – Northwestern secured a commanding 97-65 win over Dakota Wesleyan on Saturday at the Bultman Center. The Red Raiders shot an impressive 58.1% from the field and dished out 26 assists, building their lead to 37 points in the second half.

The first half started strong for Northwestern, with Jalen Langsy sinking a three just 27 seconds into the game. The Red Raiders kept the heat on with sharp shooting from beyond the arc, knocking down 12 triples. Brennan Reid was on fire, hitting multiple treys and setting up his teammates, while Jesse Van Kalsbeek backed him up with points in the paint and from the line.

On defense, the Raiders were relentless, grabbing 23 rebounds and forcing the Tigers into six turnovers. Langsy was instrumental on defense too, snagging steals that turned into scoring chances. By halftime, Northwestern held a comfortable 58-30 lead, setting the tone for the remainder of the game.

In the second half, the Raiders continued to roll, stretching their lead to 37 points with 5:45 left on the clock. Langsy and Reid kept the offense humming, with a layup that kept the momentum alive. The defense held strong as Kaleb Booth and Carter Van Hulzen each tallied a steal and a block, putting a stop to the Tigers' scoring attempts.

Isaac Cordes drilled two deep shots from downtown, padding the Red Raiders' lead midway through the half. Marcus Kelderman's layup further widened the gap, showing Northwestern's continuous offensive drive. The Raiders remained in control through the final buzzer, picking up a 32-point win in the regular season finale.

GAME NOTES
  • Northwestern extended its winning streak to 10 games, its second double-digit streak in as many seasons.
  • Jesse Van Kalsbeek recorded a 20-point, 10-rebound double-double.
  • Jalen Langsy went 4-for-5 from long range, totaling 18 points.
  • Isaac Cordes posted career-highs in points (15) and threes (5).
  • Brennan Reid scored 15 points and added eight rebounds.
  • Northwestern made 16 threes, marking the eighth time this season making at least 15 threes.
  • 13 Raiders scored in the win.
  • The Raiders have secured a top-three seed in the GPAC for the 18th time in 26 years of the GPAC tournament.
Up Next: Northwestern and Dakota Wesleyan will rematch in the GPAC Quarterfinals on Wednesday night. Tip-off is scheduled for 7:00 p.m. in the Bultman Center.
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